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On Capiltalism
Dear Mrs. Watts,
Money is the root of all evil. That is the statement of a looter, or a thief. A man that damns money has obtained it dishonorably, or believes money will purchase happiness, or believes it will purchases status, which will soon make ... full story
Meals on WheelsDear Ms. Watts:
On Friday evening, February 3, Meals on Wheels of Summerville was pleased to present an outstanding performance of “Mark Twain! On Stage.” John Chappell was masterful in bringing his character Samuel L. Clemen ... full story
2012 Litter Choice AwardsBerlin G. Myers Parkway Litter. I just completed picking up litter two afternoons on both sides of the Berlin Myers Parkway from Gahagan Road to Ashley Drive. You have no idea how much trash is out there until you start picking it up.&nbs ... full story
Dangerous intersectionDear Editor,
I picked up The Journal Scene last evening after driving home from Charleston up Hwy. 61, as I always do. I read the letter written by Ms. Moss, referring to the intersection known as Cook's Crossroad as " perfectly functional."
I would ... full story
Governor’s Romney endorsementDear Editor,
I would appreciate you running this response letter to me from the Governor’s office.
Nikki Haley was our darling Tea Party endorsed candidate who appears to be a “Turn Coat” now by her endorsement of Mitt Romney.
I tru ... full story
Important meetingDear Judy:
In case your readers are not yet aware, they may be interested to know that County County will meet next Tuesday, January 31 at the EMS station on 78, near the Alston Ball Fields. We all need to participate in the planned discussion ... full story
Four-way StopDear Mrs. Watts,
Who gave Council the authority to change a perfectly functioning intersection by posting an Officer to direct traffic? I am speaking of the four way stop on Delamar Highway going towards Ashley Ridge High School. I under ... full story
It’s payback timeDear Editor,
The state of South Carolina has a budget surplus of over $900 million as we approach the opening of the new legislative session.
For the last five years our teachers and administrators have not received a step increase for their years of ... full story
Excessive library fees(Editor’s note: The following letter was sent to Dr. Frank Bruno, Dorchester County Library Director, and copied to The Summerville Journal Scene.)
Dear Dr. Bruno,
My teenage daughter forgot to return her six books and received a $48 fine. I u ... full story
“Who is Going Great Guns?” Dear Editor,
As a gun owner and hunter I look at a candidate’s position on the 2nd Amendment before I factor in their position on other issues. International organizations and our own federal government are constantly pushing to abolish our 2n ... full story
Thanks to an ‘angel’Dear Editor,
I hope you will print this letter. It’s a letter of thanks to a very special “angel” who was in line behind me at the checkout counter in Publix on Central Avenue on Christmas Eve. The gentleman angel was kind enough to ... full story
Taken for Granted?Dear Editor,
As I drove though Summersville’s Town Square last night I realized
how fortunate we who live in the Summerville area are.
I have lived in Summerville for about 10 years. I will never forget
the first time my wife and I appr ... full story
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